The use of myth in ‘Saakshi’ also functions beautifully at another level by equating the mythical and magical power with the creative power of disinterested observation in an artist (novelist). This reminds me of what Coleridge says ‘’about the magical power of creativity, the power of an artist, in his

The Influence of Alexander
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When a great emperor decentralizes a vast kingdom, if he doesn’t use his absolute sovereignty to establish friendly relationships and maintain constant communication with all the regions, if he doesn’t keep his eyes and ears open all the time, his empire will collapse. We get examples for

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Prekshaa (प्रेक्षा) is a Sanskrit word that means ‘seeing clearly’ or ‘clear vision.’ It is derived from prakrshtataya ikshanam (प्रकृष्टतया ईक्षणम्). Other meanings of prekshaa include ‘intellect,’ ‘reflection,’ and ‘consideration.’~